Shorin Kempo Kaikan

Shorin Kempo is a system of Karate that believes in the process of evolution and that adaptation is a requirement to overcome and endure in relation to the progression of Martial Arts

進化する能力がなければ、進歩はあり得ません。

For those whom are new to Shorin Kempo ,or are not familiar with its history or methodology , the following is a quick insight as to what Shorin Kempo is all about. The system Kancho McInnes has taught for decades has now evolved dramatically, this is due to his belief in the philosophy “truth has no path, truth is living therefore changing, and everything must change for change is reality”.

It is Kancho McInnes belief that the world, along with Martial Arts, is constantly evolving and unless we evolve with it we will be left behind and will be like stagnant water in a pond with no motion. This does not mean that with the changes we make we forget the richness of the past and the traditions which form the backbone of the art we practice.

We must endeavor to respect our heritage and remember those who trained us and who passed on their knowledge to us.

The main concept of Martial Arts is to use a fighting system not just for self defense but also to develop self discipline, confidence and to learn to look at life in a more serious fashion and dignity.

We achieve this by constantly learning to endure, to adapt to and overcome the obstacles put in front of us each day, whether at work, at home or in the dojo. By adopting these principles, the interaction of different Martial Arts, with its plethora of different platforms, will surely become easier.

It is Kancho’s opinion that all Martial Arts originated and subsequently evolved from one geographical area and over time the art form has fragmented into many different systems and styles.

However, he feels that all these systems are related and most follow the path of Budo. It is this path that binds us as true Martial artists and people, regardless of style, race or organization. The Spirit of Shorin Kempo is built on these fundamentals.